Academic Position in Public Health – Health Systems

About the role

The Faculty of Public Health and the Institute of Health and Society at UCLouvain seek a full‑time academic to teach, research and serve the community in health‑systems topics at local, regional and global levels.

Key responsibilities

• Teach courses on healthcare system organization, including field‑based modules for a Master's programme focused on low‑ and middle‑income countries.
• Develop and lead research projects using qualitative, quantitative or mixed methods on preventive medicine, case management, care pathways and healthcare networks.
• Supervise PhD theses, build an international research team, and contribute to university service committees and societal outreach.

Required profile

• Medical degree and PhD in Health Sciences, Psychology, Political Science, Economics or Social Sciences.
• Proven university teaching record with formal evaluations and an international publication record.
• Experience abroad or extended stay outside the awarding institution.

Required skills

• Ability to conduct high‑level scientific research, secure funding and manage research teams.
• Proficiency in French and English (or commitment to acquire both within two years).

What we offer

• Tenure after a successful four‑year probationary period with a public‑sector pension.
• Progressive salary based on seniority and promotion, teaching load capped at 90 hours (full‑time) before tenure.
• Start date of 1 September 2027, leadership and management training, transport and family benefits, and a strong emphasis on work‑life balance.